Hosted by Christian Retailing magazine, the Web-based event features 25 exhibitors, presenting products and extending some special offers to buyers. The virtual show has attracted more than 3,500 visits from 61 countries since it was launched July 20.

Anderson, Ind.-based Warner Press is offering retailers discounts on a variety of products, including Hunter Brown and the Consuming Fire--book 2 in the "The Codebearers Series"--by Christopher and Allan Miller and The Princess and the Kiss: The Three Gifts of Christmas by Jennie Bishop as well as boxed greeting cards, church bulletins and supplies.

Running through Aug. 31, the virtual tour also features Webinar training for stores. Held earlier this month, the first presentation by Carpentree on "Successful Art and Gift Sales" was in high demand and was sold out. Kerusso's Webinar on "Keys to Apparel Sales Success" was held last week.

The training sessions are being recorded for subsequent viewing at the site, which will also host author and artist release parties. There is also a link to a new social networking forum through which retailers and suppliers can connect for fellowship, encouragement and business. Further virtual shows will follow, spotlighting seasonal and other special-focus selling opportunities.

Additionally, the Virtual Album Release Session was recently launched as part of the virtual show, featuring new songs from top artists. Phil Stacey, an American Idol finalist, discusses Into the Light, to be released tomorrow, Aug. 25, by Reunion Records (Provident-Integrity Distribution). Phillips, Craig & Dean talk about Fearless, recently released by INO Records (Provident-Integrity).

The Virtual Christmas Showcase--featuring suppliers' holiday specials and promotions--is also scheduled to run Sept. 30-Nov. 16.

Click here to access the information 24/7 at the Virtual Christian Retailing Show.

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